11 Work From Home Hairstyles You Never Had The Guts To Try

By Jelani Addams Rosa & Powered By L’Oreal Professional Products Division

Of all of the hair trends we predicted to take off this year, Permission To Play is by far the one I was looking forward to embracing the most. Given my job title as senior editor of Hair.com, I’m not proud to admit this, but the truth is I don’t do much to my hair. I love to test and try new products but when it comes time to style my hair, I typically resort to a messy top knot or a wash-and-go style. But I decided that this year would be different! This year would be the year I mastered new hairstyles and truly embraced all that my hair can do.

I may not have anywhere to go, but I’m not giving up on my mission to master new hairstyles. Now is the perfect time to practice all of those hairstyles collecting dust on my inspiration board. And since no one will see below my shoulders for the next few weeks, my hairstyle is the best way to express myself on the countless video conference meetings and virtual happy hours on my calendar. Looking to break out of your shell with a few hairstyles you’ve never tried? Keep reading for the ultimate inspiration.

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Accent Fishtail Braid

Fishtail braids may look complicated, but they’re actually much easier to craft than they look—you just need a bit of practice. Follow our guide and start small with an accent braid.

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Hair Rings

Work ponytails are usually last-minute styles that aren’t given much thought, but when your commute is just a few steps, you have a bit more time to dedicate to your ponytail. This party ponytail goes seamlessly from the workday to virtual happy hour with your besties.

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Boho Braid

We all have at least 100 intricate braids saved on various social media platforms. Now’s the time to stop wistfully looking at them and actually get to braiding! This carefree bohemian braid ponytail is bound to be a hit on your next video conference.

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Hair Glitter

In such uncertain times, we can all use a pick-me-up, and what better way to get in a festive mood than with glittery hair! While hair glitter may not have exactly matched your office dress code, we’re sure your new coworkers (aka, your cat) won’t mind.

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Stacked Barrettes

Why settle for one barrette when you can slay two—or three, or four! Stacked barrettes are one of the hottest hair trends of the season, and they’re a great way to keep your day two (or day five, who’s counting?) hair in check.

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3D Fishtail Braid

Once you’ve mastered the fishtail braid, it’s time to move on to something a bit more complicated, like the 3D fishtail braid.

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Voluminous Curls

Office-appropriate hairstyles tend to be on the more conservative side, but when you’re working in an office of one, you can have a bit more fun with your hair. Take your typically tame curls and style them in a voluminous look that puts your ringlets on display!

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Party Ponytail

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Crimped Hair

crimped hair looks for the weekend, but when your weekends and weekdays start to blur together, the rules no longer apply. Break our your crimper for a style that’s bound to be the talk of your weekly video check-in.

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Space Buns

Festival season may be postponed, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still slay our favorite festival hairstyles. Style your hair into space buns and crank your favorite playlist for a midweek pick-me-up.

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Pigtails

If you haven’t worn pigtails since elementary school, it’s time for a #FlashBackFriday. Gather your hair into pigtails for a fun and playful look that embraces your natural texture.